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Weather & Climate in La Pryor, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Pryor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 324 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 751 feet.
Temperature
55°F Jan (13°C)
86°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 423/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.9491°N, 99.8479°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Zavala County County |
| Nearest Airport | Maverick County Memorial International (EGP) 41 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 53.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 98.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 4.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
53 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Jul 24, 2025 | 18 km E of El Indio, Texas | M3.6 | 54 km | 1 km |
| Apr 3, 2005 | 11 km NE of Guerrero, Mexico | M3.5 | 76 km | 5 km |
| Feb 20, 2022 | 3 km S of El Indio, Texas | M3.4 | 69 km | 3 km |
| Jan 9, 2021 | 3 km WSW of El Indio, Texas | M3.3 | 70 km | 9 km |
| Feb 18, 2021 | 7 km SSE of El Indio, Texas | M3.3 | 69 km | 7 km |
| Sep 10, 2014 | 7 km NNE of Charlotte, Texas | M3.2 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Jul 24, 2021 | 11 km NW of Tilden, Texas | M3.1 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Jun 18, 2021 | 3 km SSW of El Indio, Texas | M3.1 | 70 km | 2 km |
| Jun 1, 2018 | 2 km SW of Christine, Texas | M3.1 | 131 km | 8 km |
| Feb 27, 2021 | 6 km WNW of El Indio, Texas | M3.0 | 69 km | 9 km |
| Jun 3, 2018 | 8 km E of Christine, Texas | M3.0 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Sep 21, 2024 | 17 km NE of Tilden, Texas | M2.9 | 148 km | 6 km |
| Jun 11, 2018 | 6 km E of Christine, Texas | M2.9 | 139 km | 3 km |
| Apr 11, 2009 | 5 km SSE of Jourdanton, Texas | M2.8 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jul 14, 2025 | 17 km SW of Charlotte, Texas | M2.8 | 101 km | 4 km |
| Jan 16, 2015 | 5 km NW of Jourdanton, Texas | M2.8 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 2019 | 3 km E of Cotulla, Texas | M2.8 | 85 km | 5 km |
| Aug 10, 1992 | 4 km NNW of Pleasanton, Texas | M2.8 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2025 | 19 km SW of Charlotte, Texas | M2.7 | 100 km | 7 km |
| Aug 29, 2021 | 3 km SW of El Indio, Texas | M2.7 | 70 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
4 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 250 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 81 mph | 290 km |
| 1999 | Bret | Category 4 | 138 mph | 268 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 2 | 98 mph | 167 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
91 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 51 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 16, 1989 | EF4 | 67 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1973 | EF4 | 63 km | 23.3 mi | 5 |
| Apr 24, 2007 | EF3 | 65 km | 4.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 29, 1975 | EF3 | 66 km | 8.3 mi | 3 |
| Jun 26, 1970 | EF3 | 73 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 91 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2006 | EF2 | 33 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 2002 | EF2 | 69 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2001 | EF2 | 81 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 1996 | EF2 | 72 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1981 | EF2 | 80 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1975 | EF2 | 31 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1972 | EF2 | 75 km | 6.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1971 | EF2 | 47 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 60 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1970 | EF2 | 75 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1969 | EF2 | 69 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 26, 1968 | EF2 | 71 km | 18.2 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 1966 | EF2 | 28 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: HIGHWAY 322 (44,652 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | HIGHWAY 322 | 44,652 | 81 km |
| 2008 | COTULLA | 8,419 | 82 km |
| 2022 | BURR | 4,633 | 68 km |
| 2008 | COMMANCHE RANCH | 4,488 | 49 km |
| 2008 | HOLMES | 3,331 | 87 km |
| 2022 | WEST NUECES | 1,893 | 74 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 1,522 | 76 km |
| 2006 | CVFD NUMBER 70 | 1,177 | 82 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
La Pryor has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 54°F in December to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and March the driest (0.8").